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La Santisima Trinidad de Paraná and Ruinas Jesuiticas de Jesús de Tavarangué
The gnarled ruins of Jesuit colonies built by missionaries in the 17th century are perhaps Paraguay’s most visited spots. These two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Encarnación reveal the scope of the Jesuits’ mission to assimilate the indigenous Guaraní to their religion. After the Guaraní War in 1756, which forced Jesuits out of Spanish lands, the colonies were abandoned and fell into decay. Stay past dusk for the nighttime light show at Trinidad, and check out the smart museum for the history of slavery and colonization in the region.La Santisima Trinidad de Paraná and Ruinas Jesuiticas de Jesús de Tavarangué
The gnarled ruins of Jesuit colonies built by missionaries in the 17th century are perhaps Paraguay’s most visited spots. These two UNESCO World Heritage sites in Encarnación reveal the scope of the Jesuits’ mission to assi ... See more
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Encarnación
Affectionately known as “the pearl of the south,” Encarnación is Paraguay’s prettiest city. Locals flock to its fabulous waterfront, graced with a pleasant beach and flanked with cheap and cheerful bars and restaurants. Shopaholics will be in their element here, as (aside from its less attractive cousin, Ciudad del Este) the city is one of the cheapest shopping destinations in the world. When it comes to festivals, Carnaval is the biggest draw, pulling in visitors from across the country and beyond for street parties from early January to late February.Encarnación
Affectionately known as “the pearl of the south,” Encarnación is Paraguay’s prettiest city. Locals flock to its fabulous waterfront, graced with a pleasant beach and flanked with cheap and cheerful bars and restaurants. Shopaholics will be in their element here, as (aside from its less a ... See more
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Iguazú Falls
Technically straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina, the unmissable Iguazú Falls are just a hop away from Ciudad del Este on Paraguay’s eastern edge. Among the greatest falls in the world, there are 250 chaotic cascades and a myriad of epic, jungle-like pathways on the Argentinean side. Take a day trip across from the city by bus and don’t miss Saltos del Monday en route – a spectacular 80-meter (262-foot) waterfall with viewing platforms and a pretty hiking trail nearby.Iguazú Falls
Technically straddling the border between Brazil and Argentina, the unmissable Iguazú Falls are just a hop away from Ciudad del Este on Paraguay’s eastern edge. Among the greatest falls in the world, there are 250 chaotic cascades and a myriad of epic, jungle-like pathways on the Argent ... See more
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Paraguay's population is distributed unevenly throughout the country. The vast majority of the people live in the eastern region, most within 160 kilometers (100 mi.) of Asuncion, the capital and largest city. The Chaco, which accounts for about 60% of the territory, is home to less than 2% of the population. Ethnically, culturally, and socially, Paraguay has one of the most homogeneous populations in South America. About 95% of the people are of mixed Spanish and Guarani Indian descent. Little trace is left of the original Guarani culture except the language, which is understood by 90% of the population. About 75% of all Paraguayans speak Spanish. Guarani and Spanish are official languages. Brazilians, Argentines, Germans, Arabs, Koreans, Chinese, and Japanese are among those who have settled in Paraguay with Brazilians representing the largest number. Paraguay's population is distributed unevenly throughout the country. The vast majority of the people live in the eastern region, most within 160 kilometers (100 mi.) of Asuncion, the capital and largest city. The Chaco, which accounts for about 60% of the territory, is home to less than 2% of the p ... See more
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En: The first Spaniards reached this territory in early 16th century as part of colonial expeditions that created the global Spanish Empire. They were predominantly young men, as almost no European women participated in these expeditions. They intermarried with native women, resulting in a largely mixed (mestizo) and Creole population. Their children spoke the languages of their indigenous mothers but were raised in the Catholic Spanish culture.
TR: Denize kıyısı olmayan Paraguay, güneyi ile güneybatısında Arjantin, kuzeyi ile kuzeydoğusunda Brezilya, kuzeybatısında ise, Bolivya ile çevrelenmiştir.
Paraguay adı, Guarani dilindeki "para" (bu yaka) ile "guay" (ırmak) sözcüklerinin birleşiminden gelir. Her ne kadar Guarani'ler "Paraguay" adını, bugünkü başkent Asuncion için kullanmışlarsa da, bölgeyi ele geçiren İspanyollar, bu adı bütün bölgeyi tanımlamak için kullanmışlardır.
